[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 138 (Tuesday, August 22, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E787]
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   HONORING ENERGIZER'S 75th ANNIVERSARY IN ASHEBORO, NORTH CAROLINA

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                          HON. RICHARD HUDSON

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, August 22, 2023

  Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate 
Energizer Holdings on its 75th anniversary in Asheboro, North Carolina.
  Energizer Holdings is a dynamic and diverse company, operating within 
a wide range of industries and producing an equally wide range of 
products and services. Perhaps best known for Energizer batteries and 
its bunny mascot, this company also runs Rayovac and Eveready, as well 
as prominent auto care brands like Armor All and STP. Energizer's 
impact on our Nation's economy is tremendous, especially within my 
community in North Carolina.
  Energizer set up shop in Asheboro, North Carolina 75 years ago and 
has since remained an economic staple of the community. Energizer hosts 
hundreds of high paying, local jobs and has brought in millions of 
dollars in economic development into the region. Yet, its impact is 
soon to grow even more. Last spring, Energizer announced a new 
investment of $43 million into its Asheboro-based facilities that will 
add 143 new jobs with wages far above the average for the county. This 
investment will greatly benefit both the city of Asheboro and our 
region at-large.
  Energizer is an esteemed member of our community down in North 
Carolina. Its economic and community impact is astounding, and I am 
pleased that they have called Asheboro home for the last 75 years. I 
look forward to continuing to work with Energizer to see what they will 
accomplish in the future.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me today in recognizing Energizer, its 
leaders, and employees on this momentous occasion and to thank them for 
all they do for the community in Randolph County.

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